Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRMoundou Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 11 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft (TCU), few at 5,000 ft (CB). Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 4,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 40°C (104°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
|
5,906 ft | 115 ft | ASP | 35° |
↑ 3.9 kt
•
↔ 0.7 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - FTTD
1,202 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Moundou Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.8% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 42°C with an average of 31.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, September.
Wind Analysis
Temperature Range
Visibility
Best Months for VFR
Runway Wind Analysis
Statistics computed from 1,202 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Moundou Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
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About Moundou Airport
Overview
Moundou Airport serves the city of Moundou in Chad, functioning as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 1,407 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 8.628503, 16.074241, the airport provides essential regional aviation infrastructure for transportation and connectivity in this part of central Africa.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 83% of observations indicating good visual flying conditions. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 19°C to 39°C with an average of 30.5°C. Wind conditions are characterized by northerly prevailing winds at an average of 5.4 knots, with calm periods occurring 37% of the time.
Notable Features
The single runway 04/22 is 5,906 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Wind analysis shows 100% favorable wind conditions for this runway, with an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with no reported fog events.
Approach Considerations
Optimal flying months are September through November, offering the most stable weather conditions. The runway alignment and prevailing winds suggest minimal wind-related approach challenges. Pilots should expect consistent visual meteorological conditions, with only 2% of observations indicating instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions.
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